Sony WI-C600N vs. Sony WF-1000XM5

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WI-C600N and Sony WF-1000XM5. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony WI-C600N vs. Sony WF-1000XM5 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WI-C600N Sony WF-1000XM5
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 35 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details - Charging case: 6.46 cm x 2.65 cm x 4 cm / 39 g
Earphone: 5.9 g
Colour Silver | Black Black | Silver
Protection - Water-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Sony WI-C600N Sony WF-1000XM5
Headphones Form Factor In-ear - behind-the-neck mount In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Bone Conduction Technology - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.3 Sony WF-1000XM5 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony WI-C600N.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Telephony and Media Audio Profile (TMAP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Artificial Intelligence Noise Cancellation Multi Noise Sensor technology
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Ambient Sound Mode, 360 Reality Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 40000 Hz Sony WF-1000XM5 offer a larger frequency range than Sony WI-C600N.
Diaphragm 6 mm 8.4 mm Sony WF-1000XM5 have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WI-C600N.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features - Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function
MICROPHONE Sony WI-C600N Sony WF-1000XM5
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WI-C600N Sony WF-1000XM5
Controls Volume -
CABLE Sony WI-C600N Sony WF-1000XM5
Cable Type USB-C charge cable - 20 cm USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
FEATURES Sony WI-C600N Sony WF-1000XM5
Features Vibrating call alert -
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Communications Technology NFC -
Voice Control - Indirect
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant, Alexa
Sensors - Head tracking sensor, bone sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WI-C600N Sony WF-1000XM5
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Life 20 hour(s) 12 hour(s) Sony WI-C600N lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WF-1000XM5.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 12 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 8 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling OFF): up to 7 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON): up to 6 hours
Standby Time 200 hours -
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Charging Time 4.5 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Sony WI-C600N Sony WF-1000XM5
Connector Type USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
OTHERS Sony WI-C600N Sony WF-1000XM5
Included Accessories 6 pairs of silicone ear tips Charging case, 3 sizes of noise isolation earbud tips
Compliant Standards - IPX4
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